This last month was BUSY! Bill Nolan spoke at several locations in April. He was invited to speak to a Caregiver’s support group at Asbury United Methodist Church, where he spoke on how our firm supports the caregiver in various ways. He was also invited to speak at New Bethel Baptist Church in Birmingham where he spoke to a large group of seniors about Estate Planning, Probate and how to protect assets when facing a nursing home stay. He also spoke at the annual meeting of MSSO, the Medical Social Services Organization, where he spoke about Medicaid- what is it, how to legally protect assets ..read more

Did you know that there are multiple kinds of wills for seniors? In fact, there are seven kinds of wills to think about as a senior. This is why it can be so important to find the right lawyer who works within elder care and who knows about what kind of wills there are and what works best for your senior loved one. Before a senior enters their final stage in life they should have their affairs in order and they should already have a will set up. Here are the seven types of wills for a senior to consider and the things that go into each type of senior will. Simple Wills If your loved one just n ..read more

Latest study reveals the reasons so many Americans DO NOT have a Will: I don’t have the time to think about it I don’t have enough stuff to leave anyone I don’t know how to create one I am concerned about the cost of hiring an attorney to draft one I don’t have anyone to leave my stuff to FACT: Dying without a Will can cost your loved ones 10X what having a Will would have cost. FACT: Going through Probate without a Will is expensive, time-consuming and will often leave your family completely without control of the process. FACT: Dying without a Will often means that people you would not wan ..read more

Some seniors who have been in active-duty military positions may come out and suffer from PTSD. Sometimes men and women come out and PTSD or post-traumatic stress does not happen for several years. As someone gets older their mental health may change. If your elderly loved one does not know why they need VA benefits, it’s time to sit down and talk about the importance of applying for VA benefits as a senior with PTSD. Seniors who have developed PTSD from their time serving in the military may qualify for VA disability compensation but they need to know how to apply for it. If your loved one is ..read more

As a senior preparing for an estate plan one of the things you need to know about is having a power of attorney. Usually, this is a crucial part of an estate plan because it protects your interests. When you choose to forgo a power of attorney it can cause unnecessary conflict between you and multiple family members. One of the best ways to avoid any drama and conflict is by finding a power of attorney during the planning process. Here are five reasons why this is an action you should be taking now. A Power of Attorney Helps You Feel Prepared Life throws tons of unknown curveballs your way but ..read more

Some seniors may mention probate but have no idea what it means. Luckily, there are some easy explanations, and by the end of this blog, you will hopefully understand it more. Simply put, this is a law that means when someone is deceased, there is a process that allows assets to be divided among the family. However, if a will is set in place before anyone dies, the assets will be divided according to that. Some seniors may not have a Will set in place, and others will. If there is no Will for lawyers, court, and family to follow, the state law will decide how certain assets are split up and di ..read more

If you are a senior with assets, you need to figure out ways to protect them and save them for your family in the future. Asset protection allows you and your family to legally shield anything important. This means creditors can not collect them, they will not be dragged into lawsuits, and you will never have to worry about unwanted beneficiaries. If you want to protect your assets, you must sit down with a good lawyer who will help you understand your options and discuss strategies. This can seem complicated, but when you work with a law firm, it will become easier to think about and straight ..read more

Medicaid planning is a financial strategy aimed at helping individuals, particularly seniors, prepare for the eligibility requirements of the Medicaid program, which provides healthcare assistance to those with limited financial means. This planning involves various legal and financial techniques to structure one’s assets and income to meet Medicaid qualifications while ensuring necessary healthcare coverage. Before your elderly loved one gets Medicaid, they must apply for it, which can be confusing. That is why both you and your elderly mom or dad should sit down and plan what they will need ..read more

The truth is the closer your elderly parent gets to the end, the more likely they will have acquired things that need to be split among the family. This is when having a will for the family, or final wishes in written form, will be so crucial. You may be wondering if you or your elderly mom or dad can write wills without a lawyer. The answer is yes, but writing a will with a lawyer present may be easier, more helpful, and less challenging. Here is why your elderly loved one should hire a lawyer to write any family wills, now and in the future. A Lawyer can Help Ensure Their Wishes are Followed ..read more

One of the hardest things to admit when you get older is that you may need more help around the house. Your elderly dad may have been living on his own for several years, and you may be noticing he needs more help. But how do you approach this subject? Maybe he is a proud veteran, a proud dad, and he wants you to respect him still and doesn’t want to admit he needs more help. That can be so hard to talk about, but there is a respectful way to approach this subject, and your elderly dad may see your reasoning with these helpful tips. Be Honest With Your Senior Father One of the most respectful ..read more